New Works Tenon Lounge Chair

A lounge chair built around exposed mortise-and-tenon joinery: the wood-joint detail visible at every leg-to-frame junction. Designed by Omayra Maymó for New Works.

The New Works Tenon Lounge Chair is named for the joinery technique that defines its appearance. Mortise-and-tenon joints, where a shaped tongue seats into a corresponding socket, are left exposed at the visible frame intersections with no metal hardware or hidden fasteners doing the structural work. The joint carries the load and defines the appearance. Designed by Omayra Maymó, who developed the chair around the joinery rather than concealing it.

Solid oak frame, veneer-finished curves

Straight structural members are built from solid oak; curved frame components carry an oak veneer finish over a shaped core. The grain is matched across solid and veneered surfaces so the wood reads as continuous around the frame.

Plush foam seat with multiple upholstery options

The seat and back carry plush foam cushioning over the oak frame, available in a range of fabric upholstery options. The back remains an exposed wood frame, keeping the joinery visible even when the chair is dressed.

• Product Dimensions: H: 17.72 in x W: 25.59 in x D: 25.59 in. Seat Height: 13.78 in, Seat Depth: 19.69 in
• Packaging Dimensions: H: 37.40 in x W: 39.37 in x D: 37.40 in
• Weight (Incl. Packaging): 55.12 lbs
• County of Origin: Latvia
• Certification: FSC® Mix 70%, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001

New Works Tenon Lounge Chair Spec Sheet (PDF)

• Exposed Mortise-and-Tenon Joinery – The joints are visible at the frame's connection points rather than concealed — the construction method is part of the chair's visual identity, making the structural logic legible and emphasizing the skill required to produce a clean, tight joint in solid oak.
• Solid Oak Frame – The frame is built from solid timber rather than engineered wood or veneer, carrying the natural grain variation and structural integrity of full-thickness wood — the surface develops character with handling and light exposure over time.
• Open Frame with Light Visual Footprint – The exposed structure without solid panels or upholstered sides keeps the chair visually open, preventing it from reading as heavy or space-filling despite the solidity of its oak construction.
• Angled Rear Leg Support – The rear legs are set at an angle that provides structural stability while giving the chair a slight recline in posture — the angle is functional rather than decorative, derived from the seating geometry rather than from stylistic preference.
• Generously Padded Seat and Back Cushions – The cushions introduce softness against the hardwood frame, providing sustained comfort for extended sitting without the chair needing to compromise on the clarity of its structural form.
• Multiple Upholstery and Oak Finish Options – Available in combinations of oak finish and upholstery fabric or leather, allowing the chair to be specified with either a warm, tonal coordination between wood and textile or a deliberate material contrast.

Curbside Delivery

This item ships from Europe via insured freight. Delivery is to your front door — for multi-unit buildings, delivery is to the building entrance. A signature is required upon arrival. All US import duties and tariffs are covered by KANSO. Your order arrives fully cleared with no additional charges at delivery.

White Glove Upgrade

Available for orders within the contiguous United States. Select your preferred level at checkout.

• $299 – Room of Choice + Packaging Removal
• $399 – Room of Choice + Packaging Removal + Assembly

Scheduling

Once your order ships, you will be contacted by phone and email to schedule delivery. A 4-hour appointment window will be confirmed in advance.

Returns

Due to the size and fragile nature of this item, it is not eligible for return once delivery is complete. Please inspect all pieces upon arrival and note any damage on the delivery receipt before signing. Any damage identified at delivery will be resolved directly.